2018 American Folk Festival Official Program by Bangor Daily News

OFFICIAL PROGRAM

4 stages, 3 days, 65 vendors: an International Block Party in Bangor, Maine

2 AMERICAN FOLK FEST • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

WELCOME TO THE 2018 AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL! There are countless reasons why people visit the American Folk Festival. For some, it’s a planned vacation “from away” to take in the historic Bangor waterfront. For others, it’s a chance to see what our state’s talented craftsmen and women have designed and created. Many come to check out the wide array of food. For most, it’s all about the music. There is something special about live music. The performers’ energy, skill, and emotion, and the knowledge that the performance you are experiencing will only happen once, combine to make live music one of life’s little treasures. Planting the seed for art appreciation should start at a young age. Not only do children find an outlet for their creativity and an opportunity for it to grow over time, but there is proof that kids involved in the arts see developmental improvements in their motor skills, language development, decision making, and visual

learning as well as their inventiveness and cultural awareness. Plus, those same kids tend to see improved academic performance. This is the 17th annual American Folk Festival and we are pretty proud of the fact that we have been able to present it every year without charging admission. Yes, we ask for a donation of $20 per person per day, and that money is used to produce this high quality, nationally recognized festival every year. But, by and large, the American Folk Festival is open to individuals, families, and children from all walks of life. That’s a big reason why this festival is unique. As you walk around festival grounds and experience the sounds of the fifteen performers filling the four stages, consider that your $20 donation is not just an incredible bargain for all of the music being offered this weekend. It is also creating an opportunity, lighting a spark, and laying a foundation for a creative

path to be taken by one of the thousands of kids who are listening, watching, absorbing, and getting excited—perhaps for the first time—about live music. As you get absorbed in the energy of a performer, whether you’re tapping your toes or dancing your heart out, think about taking in that same performance as a four-year-old and what inspiration it could offer that child to get involved in the arts. Suddenly, that $20 is even more of a bargain, isn’t it? We’ve got a great festival in store for you. See as much as you can! Eat the delicious food, shop the craft vendors, dance to the music, keep an eye out for inspiration, and most of all, enjoy the festival!

Heather McCarthy Executive Director American Folk Festival

The American Folk Festival Program is produced by

To support the American Folk Festival through a financial contribution or volunteering, visit www.americanfolkfestival.com or contact the festival offices at 207-262-7765.

AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

“Who’s Who”

at the 2018 American Folk Festival The American Folk Festival on the Bangor Waterfront is only possible through the hard work of hundreds of volunteers, committee members, directors and staff. The following people are among those who have dedicated their time and skills to make the 2018 American Folk Festival a success.

Board of Directors: Chair – Nicole Gogan, Camden National Bank Vice Chair – Heidi LeBlanc, Penquis Secretary – Keith Martin, Kleinschmidt Group Treasurer – Lee Speronis, Husson University Maria Baeza, Turning Point Dan Cashman, Sutherland Weston Elizabeth Downing, University of Maine Rick Fournier, Bangor Savings Bank Karen Fussell, City of Brewer Julie Green, Husson University Pauleena MacDougall Eric Marshall, Eaton Peabody Paula Matlins John Rohman Deb Sanford, EMHS Kristen Strong Kerrie Tripp, Greater Bangor CVB Dr. George Wright

Communications Committee: Chair – Dan Cashman Karen Cashman Brian Cotlar Nicole Gogan Julie Green Bob Duchesne

2018 Volunteer Leaders Joan Andren, Jane Black, Barbara Blazej, Jeff Bossé, Jim Boulier, Mary Brooks, Al & Esther Bushway, Barbara Cardone, Barbara Carey, Bruce Clukey, Peter Curran, Dawn & Bill Curtis, Richard Dressler, Shirley Ellis, Mark Friedman, George Giffin, Karen Hachey, Jo Ann Higgins, Judy Ingersoll, Don Katnik, Diana Keyser, Mike McGinn, Connie McVey, Bill Mulherin, Michelle Mulherin, Jennifer & Mike Murphy, Pam Oertel, Steve Ropiak, Lauren Rothschild, Janet Smith, Deb, Lauren and MaggieBeth Turcotte, Libby Turner, Peggy Turner, Don Wilbur, Dale Wilkes, Lynne Woods.

Operations Team: Richard Derbyshire, Betty Derbyshire, Woody Higgins, Jack Kearns, Ralph Derbyshire, Al Banfield, Brenda Boulier, Roger Hicks, Dale Farmer, Brad Ostrow, Paul Hendrickson, Pete Tiedtke, Jim Bird, Barbara St. Peter.

Office:

Heather McCarthy, Executive Director Robin Merchant, Development Coordinator Kate Sitton, Volunteer Coordinator Kerrie Tripp and the GBCVB, Logistics Coordination

MAINE MAINE

WEEKLY iddlehead

FOCUS 1 Merchants Plaza, Bangor, ME 1-800-432-7964 bangordailynews.com

4 AMERICAN FOLK FEST • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Annika Chambers TEXAS BLUES

ouston, Texas-based blues singer Annika Chambers can trace her love of the music back to her early childhood, “I grew up singing in the church,” she says. She cites the gospel influences of Yolanda Adams, Shirley Caesar, Dottie Peoples and Whitney Houston, and you can’t help but feel the spirit moving through the entire room when Annika throws herself into the heart of a song. It was during her two tours of duty in the US Army that Chambers realized the gift she had. “One of my colonels heard me singing, and he said, ‘Why don’t you sing the Anthem for one of our ceremonies?’” She was an immediate hit and became their first choice for all their music events, joining the gospel choir and even winning the talent show on her base. From there, Chambers became part of a touring band making the rounds through Kosovo and Iraq, providing a welcome lift for the troops’ morale. She also planned special events, concerts, dances and karaoke nights,

Sponsored By

always doing her part to infuse the good time music into their lives. Returning to Houston in 2011 brought the creation of Annika Chambers and The House Rules Band. Audiences loved their combination of blues and soul and started paying attention to that powerhouse voice behind the microphone. Her meteoric success and rising attention brought Annika Chambers the coveted nomination for 2015 BMA (Blues Music Award) “Best New Artist 2015.” Building on her success, Chambers used this opportunity to showcase her ever-improving abilities to sing across multiple musical genres. A fulltime music career can keep a person busy and yet Annika Chambers always finds time to give back to her community. Chambers has a deep passion for supporting and inspiring the next generation of musicians. She will often shift the spotlight to local youth musicians and she also donates time speaking in classrooms about the legacy that is the blues.

Annika performs: Friday, 8:45pm, Dance Pavilion Saturday, 4:30pm, Dance Pavilion Saturday, 9:00pm, BDN Railroad Stage Sunday, noon, “Songs of Love, Songs of Trouble” talk/demo session, Penobscot Stage Sunday, 4:30pm, Dance Pavilion

AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Tuba Skinny NEW ORLEANS JAZZ

he founding members of Tuba Skinny first began gathering in New Orleans just before and after Hurricane Katrina. They came to New Orleans from all over the United States. “A lot of us came down here without the expectation that we would be doing what we’re doing today, but we were all drawn to stay here because of the city’s rich musical legacy. We’re all transplants from different parts of the country, but we share a deep love and respect for this city. The vibrant brass band culture, the deep-rooted traditions of celebrating life through music, the fact that you can go out on any given day and hear something mind-blowing, something that sends you into a dancing frenzy—

these are some of the things that make New Orleans one of a kind,” says cornetist Shaye Cohn. The band officially formed in 2009 and quickly established itself as a fixture on Royal Street in New Orleans, where countless thousands of fans have discovered their unique take on the traditional jazz tunes from 1930’s New Orleans. From the streets of New Orleans to the world, the band—consisting of tuba, trombone, cornet, tenor banjo/ guitar, vocals, washboard, and sometimes clarinet—has performed around the globe, and brings their unique sounds to the Bangor waterfront at the American Folk Festival!

Tuba Skinny performs: Friday, 6:00pm, parade from the Sea Dog to the BDN Railroad Stage Saturday, 1:45pm, Dance Pavilion Saturday, 5:45pm, BDN Railroad Stage Sunday, noon, “Songs of Love, Songs of Trouble” talk/demo session, Penobscot Stage Sunday, 4:15pm, BDN Railroad Stage

6 AMERICAN FOLK FEST • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Orquesta el Macabeo PUERTO RICO SALSA DURA

uerto Rican punk musicians turned hardcore salsa masters Orquesta el Macabeo have hit a nerve within their community, connecting an old-school sound and message with a modern edge. Their music is gritty and more socially conscious than many other groups out there. In the face of recent hurricane destruction of their home island, their music is also the soundtrack of the resilience of a people, rebuilding and staying strong in the face of adversity. Formed in 2008 with almost 10 years playing all over the world, they present us with their fourth studio album, “La Maldicion del Timbal” (or “The Curse of the Timbal”). Their plan: rediscover the true heavy sound of the “Salsa Gorda” with its sound and lyrics that tell stories about real life with which anyone can relate.

Orquesta el Macabeo is bringing a new energy and voice to the island’s traditional music, and reinvigorating the island’s salsa tradition to update it with new ideas and the energy of its eleven musicians, with backgrounds in punk rock, ska and reggae.

Orquesta el Macabeo performs: Friday, 6:45pm, BDN Railroad Stage Saturday, noon, “African Influence” talk/demo session, Penobscot Stage Saturday, 4:45pm, BDN Railroad Stage Saturday, 7:00pm, Dance Pavilion

The Marvin Glazier DISCOVERY ARTIST Endowed by Vafiades, Brountas & Kominsky, LLP

AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Genticorum QUEBECOIS

ince its debut in 2000, the trio called Genticorum has found itself at the center of the movement to bring Quebecois music to the world. Playing fiddle, guitar and wooden flute with foot percussion, the group performs traditional songs with intricate three-part vocal harmonies and original tunes inspired by the region’s folk tradition. Known for their energy and stage presence, Genticorum has given more than a 1,000 concerts in more than 15 countries.

Firmly rooted in the soil of their native land, the energetic and original traditional ‘power trio’ also incorporates the dynamism of today’s North American and European folk cultures in their music. They weave precise and intricate fiddle, flute and accordion work, gorgeous vocal harmonies, energetic foot percussion and guitar accompaniment into a big and jubilant musical feast. Their distinctive sound, sense of humour and stage presence makes them a supreme crowd pleaser.

Genticorum performs: Friday, 7:45pm, BDN Railroad Stage Saturday, 12:30pm, Quebecois Contra Dance at the Dance Pavilion Saturday, 3:00pm, “Fiddle Duets” talk/demo session at the EMHS Two Rivers Stage Saturday, 7:00pm, Penobscot Stage Sunday, 2:00pm, BDN Railroad Stage

Open the Door for Three IRISH

Open the Door for Three performs: Friday, 7:00pm, Penobscot Stage Saturday, 1:15pm, BDN Railroad Stage Saturday, 3:00pm, “Fiddle Duets” talk/demo session at the EMHS Two Rivers Stage Saturday, 5:45pm, EMHS Two Rivers Stage Sunday, noon, “Songs of Love, Songs of Trouble” talk/demo session at the Penobscot Stage Sunday, 3:15pm, BDN Railroad Stage

pen the Door for Three is fiddle player Liz Knowles, uilleann piper Kieran O’Hare, and Dublin-born singer and bouzouki player Pat Broaders. Their music is a combination of unearthed tunes from centuries-old collections, newly composed melodies, fresh arrangements of songs old and new, homages to the musicians and bands they grew up listening to, and the unmatched energy of a trio of good friends playing great Irish music together.

Liz, Kieran, and Pat have been mainstays of the Irish music scene around the world. As a trio, they have performed around the world, and most recently, they have been featured at The Kennedy Center’s Ireland 100 festival, the Celtic Colours festival in Cape Breton, at The Milwaukee Irish Festival, and in The Masters of Tradition series in Bantry, County Cork, Ireland. Irish music is a living, breathing part of Irish and Irish-

American culture, and there is no single story that can sum up its history, its charm, grace, and drive. The soul of Open the Door for Three’s music is filled with connections: the connections to people and places, to teachers and heritage and audiences, and to the stories and humor that bring us all together. From these connections comes inspiration, which fills a bottomless well that keeps the trio coming back again and again – to refill, refuel, reinvent, and share.

8 AMERICAN FOLK FEST • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Black Umfolosi ZIMBABWE VOCAL HARMONY

Black Umfolosi performs: Saturday, 3:15pm, “World Acapella” talk/demo session at Penobscot Stage Saturday, 4:45pm, Penobscot Stage Saturday, 7:45pm, BDN Railroad Stage Sunday, 5:15pm, BDN Railroad Stage

lack Umfolosi are a multi-discipline performing arts group based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The group began as a means of entertaining themselves while still at school in 1982. They have since become an internationally acclaimed harmonic acapella singing and traditional African dance group. The original six members have developed their skills and their organization to a point where the now 18 members provide a multitude of services in the performing arts industry in Zimbabwe and internationally. Compared to the likes of Lady Smith Black Mambazo of South Africa, Black Umfolosi tours extensively from their homeland Zimbabwe to the UK, Australia, Asia, Europe, Canada and the USA. They have released a number of recordings that feature singing styles of Imbube, Mbaqanga and Township songs. Black Umfolosi’s dynamic live performances showcase the traditional dancing styles of the Southern African region as well as the more contemporary

styles and movements they develop themselves. Black Umfolosi is much more than a performing group; they are active in training others, particularly the youth, in dance and voice. They provide workshops and residences in dance, voice, theatre, costume design, poetry, mime and also address various issues affecting society today. In short, Black Umfolosi are a community-driven organization aiming to give back to people what they themselves have received. Their performances are energy driven and completely engaging, mixing a great gentleness of spirit and song with an exuberance in dance. Their trademark harmonies mixed with intricate rhythms, clicking and clapping are highlighted during their brilliantly choreographed shows with a full range of movements from subtle to vibrant stomping and leaping! Their famous Gumboot Dances showcase the traditional styles and rituals of the South African mining regions and are a particular crowd pleaser.

AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

FOOD VENDORS AUCOIN CONCESSIONS – Lemonade shake-up, fruit smoothie, unsweetened iced tea, hot chocolate HAMPDEN CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, U.C.C. – Strawberry and blueberry shortcake NICKERSON’S KETTLE KORN – Kettle Korn YOGI’S TRAVELING KITCHEN – Doughboys and funnelcake DIP-EM DONUTS – Mini donuts, pulled pork/chicken sandwich, hot dogs, fresh squeezed lemonade, coffee FAST EDDIE’S – Shakes, ice cream, shaved ice, sea dog biscuits STONE FOX FARM CREAMERY – Homemade ice cream, root beer floats THE DONUT BOYS – Jumbo donuts, coffee, hot chocolate WILD COW CREAMERY – Ice cream, floats JEFF’S BLOOMIN’ ONION – Bloomin’ onion VICKY’S THAI FOOD – Crab rangoon, chicken satay, pad thai noodle w/ vegetables, thai fried rice w/veg, pad woon sen w/veg, broccoli chicken, sweet & sour chicken, thai lo mein w/veg, red curry w/chicken

TAJ INDIA – Onion bhasi, samosa, naan, masalas, dalk aloo, mixed veggie curry, mango juice SAIGON SEAFOOD RESTAURANT – Clams in Lemongrass & Basil Sauce, beef/chicken teriyaki on a stick, matcha waffle, matcha latte, berry refresher, house milk tea, fresh coconut juice

SIRI GRILL – Grilled chicken, veggie rice/noodles, fried plantains, veggie eggroll THREE LEAF FOODS – Variety of sauteed veggie wraps MELT, LLC – Party melt, philly melt, melt specials, amaze balls, wicked wontons, pickle poppers, chimis, fun fry/philly/cheesy bacon. PHILY’S GOOD EATS LLC – Arepas, lemonade QUE QUESADILLA – Quesadilla, loaded fries CRESCENT FOODS – Benevolent burrito, lemonade MR. JACKS CATERING SERVICE INC. – Hot dogs, burgers, sausage & peppers, pulled pork chicken tenders, fried mac and cheese, steak tips, fries

WANDERLUNCH – Breakfast sandwich/burrito, avocado fries, asparagus fries, fried green beans, lobster roll, fried haddock sandwich, grilled chicken sandwich, sourdough party melt, steak and cheese, grilled veggie and cheese, sourdough blt, pulled pork, crispy chicken wrap, garden salad, chicken fingers, pizzadilla, grilled cheese, hot dog

MAINE DISH – Lobster roll, crabmeat roll, chicken tenders, hand-cut french fries, Henny Penny (chicken salad wrap), cheesecake chimichanga PCHC – Hamburgers, cheeseburgers, bacon cheeseburgers, chicken sandwich, hot dogs, veggie burgers, chips, whoopie pies JAMAICAN VYBZ LLC – Jerk chicken or pork ribs, hot dogs, festival, fried plantain, beef or vegetable patty PIZZA PIE ON THE FLY – Brick oven pizza

10 AMERICAN FOLK FEST • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

CRAFT VENDORS CYNTHIA TAYLOR STUDIO – Greeting cards, art prints DAN JOHNSON DESIGNS – Paintings printed on wooden table savers DOWN TO EARTH POTTERY – Variety of handmade pottery items for your home WINTER WHIMSIES – Hand made ornaments. CUSTOM CREATIONS BY JILL – Key fobs, string bags, wine bags, wristlets, small crossovers, large crossovers, purses, medium totes, large totes SIMPLY PRUDENCE – Catcher Bags MAINE ALPACA EXPERIENCE, LLC – Alpaca yarn, hats, mittens, socks, blankets, sweaters, scarves, felted alpaca items TRUE BLUE COLLECTIONS, INC – Natural indigo dyed fabric purses, hand bags, backpacks, tablecloths, napkins, placemats, skirts and jackets. SUNSHINE APOTHECARY – Creams, salves, lip juices, oils, tinctures, herbs, teas MOUNTAIN MAMA OF MAINE – Salves, oils, misters, and soaps NATURALLY BEE-EWE-TIFUL – Face cream, personal care products, lotions, lip balms, lip shimmers, perfumes, and crème massage oils. HUMAN NATURE – Soaps, creams, balms/salves, incense/candles, dog grooming line, natural cleaning CIRCLE STONE DESIGNS – Earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings, pins STRINGIN’ ALONG WITH ME – Earrings, pendants, bracelets, rings SEAMACK DESIGN – Earrings, ear cuffs, charms, pins, necklaces, bracelets, bangles, rings, toe rings, tie tacks, barrettes, hair adornments, mobiles, pendulums, sun catchers

SOUTHWEST EXPRESSIONS – Rings, necklaces, bracelets, dream catchers M&M LINKS JEWELRY – Necklaces, earrings, cuff bracelets and pendants LIGHTWING DESIGNS – Necklaces, earrings, bracelets, kaleidoscopes DEWITT MACHINE & FABRICATION – Coat racks, fire rings, pot and pan racks, trivets, text, lightswitch covers THE SCRIMSHAW WORKSHOP – Jewelry, knives, desk items LEATHERMANDAN – Belts, wallets, wraps, cuffs, pendants, sleigh bells, cross body bags, journal covers, dog leashes and collars REMARKABLE BLACKBIRD – Hand drawn henna designs, henna kits FOREVER BOARDS NEW ENGLAND, LLC – Cutting boards of various sizes and shapes, serving boards, carving trays CARICATURES BY P.J. – Caricatures of individuals or small groups ALLAGASH TAILS – Books GRYFFON RIDGE SPICE MERCHANTS – Over 60 culinary blends, salts, chile powders, whole chiles, sugars BEAST FEAST MAINE – BBQ sauces, hot sauces, marinades, rubs SWEET TOOTH FUDGE – 20 flavors of fresh fudge ALL ABOUT THE HONEY – Honey jams, pickles, beeswax candles, variety of honey GREY GOOSE GOURMET – Pepper jellies WOZZ! KITCHEN CREATIONS – Savory chutney sauces, dressings, dessert sauces, and vinegars DICKS STICKS – Walking sticks, canes and benches NOREMBEGA WOODCARVERS – Bas relief woodcarvings of the flora, fauna and people of Maine WOOD-N-CRAFTS – Peppermills, pens, coffee grinders, pizza cutter, ice cream scoops, cribbage boards, letter openers, bottle openers, wine stopper, small clocks

AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

INFORMATION W

elcome to the 2018 American Folk Festival on the Bangor Waterfront, the 17th year of an annual celebration of authentic traditional arts. We hope that you enjoy this year’s festival, and that you’ll make your plans to experience this grand event with the help of the information in this program guide. From 2002 to 2004, the city of Bangor hosted the 64th, 65th and 66th National Folk Festivals, celebrating traditional performing arts from cultures across the globe and entertaining tens of thousands of people each year. After a very successful three-year run, the community launched the American Folk Festival on the Bangor Waterfront in 2005, carrying on the tradition established by the National Folk Festival. The American Folk Festival is a nonprofit organization, dedicated to bringing unique opportunities to see a diverse variety of artists to Eastern Maine. The AFF has proven that authentic traditional arts have a longlasting place in the heart of Maine. This year’s American Folk Festival features 15 performing groups for your enjoyment. Plus, mark your calendars for Aug. 23-25, 2019, for next year’s American Folk Festival on the Bangor Waterfront!

Festival Admission There is no admission fee to attend any of the festival’s programs, including performances, demonstrations, and children’s activities. However, presenting the festival free-of-charge costs nearly $1 million, and we need your help to cover these production costs. The suggested donation is $20 per day per person or $30 per day per family. As you enter the Festival, or when you see the donation buckets, please, consider a gift to support the event!

Bucket Volunteers

What to Bring

Returnables and Recyclables

The volunteers who make up the Bucket Brigade and the Donation Stations are a happy corps of community volunteers who encourage festival-goers to support the American Folk Festival. Donation Stations are at the main festival entrances and throughout the festival site. The Bucket Brigade travels throughout the festival site. Please, drop your contribution (suggested donation: $20 per person per day) in the bucket to help cover the cost of the festival.

You may want to bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, and sunglasses. A credit card will come in handy to buy festival memorabilia and CDs of performing artists. Bring your ID if you wish to purchase beer or wine. (Everyone who purchases beer or wine is carded!) Collapsible chairs and a blanket might make your festival visit more comfortable. Some stages will have seating, but others -such as the Railroad Stage -- require that you bring your seating. Don’t forget your prescription medications and, just in case, bring your insurance and Medicare cards.

For your convenience, there are bins for returnable bottles and cans and other recyclables placed throughout the festival.

Festival Parking People familiar with downtown Bangor are invited to park in any street-side parking, surface lots, or the Pickering Square Parking Garage. Parking is available to Festival-goers at Bass Park, where Dirigo Pines will offer a shuttle to bring you to the Festival site. Or it’s a short 10-minute walk. During the Festival, both sides of Broad Street (from Washington Street to Front Street) are reserved for festival patrons needing handicapped parking spaces.

Bicycles Free bicycle parking will be available near the Railroad Street entrance to the Festival (next to Main Street at the back of the Railroad Stage) in a special bicycle parking area overseen by Folk Festival volunteers. Remember that Maine law requires a headlight and rear red reflectors visible from at least 500 feet when riding at night. Flashing tail lights and light-colored and/ or reflective clothing are highly recommended. The law requires helmets for anyone under 16, but everyone should wear a helmet to prevent head injury.

Information Booths, Festival Schedules General festival information, the schedule of performances, and area information will be available at three information booths: near the Dance Pavilion, near the Railroad Stage entrance, and near the Main Food Court on Front Street.

Beer and Wine Sales There are two locations for beer and wine sales at the American Folk Festival – at the Railroad Stage and at the Dance Pavilion. Make sure to bring your ID if you wish to purchase beer and/or wine. (Everyone who

purchases beer or wine is carded!)

What if it Rains? Tents cover many festival stages and presentations. If the weather appears threatening, bring an umbrella. The show will go on, rain or shine, unless there is a concern for public safety.

Pets Please, do not bring pets (other than service animals) to the American Folk Festival. The large crowds — with many people seated on the ground — will appreciate your animals staying at home. Your pets will be more comfortable at home than in the heat and in the midst of the festival crowds.

Smoke-Free, Please Smoking is prohibited within any Festival tents, and in the food courts and picnic areas. Throughout other areas of the Festival, please be courteous and refrain from smoking when in a crowd of people.

Restrooms Portable restroom facilities and handwashing stations are located at numerous spots throughout the festival site. See the map for the facilities closest to you.

Medical and Emergency Services Minor medical emergencies will be treated at the First Aid Center, located at the bottom of Railroad Street. Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems sponsors and coordinates the First Aid Center.

Lost People Children who lose track of their caretakers should find a festival volunteer or staff member, who will contact security to escort them to the Public Safety Command Center (located just before the Craft Vendor row).

Handicapped Accommodations During the Festival, both sides of Broad Street (from Washington Street to Front Street) are reserved for festival patrons needing handicapped parking spaces. Several stage performances and demonstrations will be translated in American Sign Language. See the schedule in the center of this program or check at an information booth. For liability reasons, the festival is not able to provide golf cart transportation to festival-goers.

Baby-Changing Station The Festival’s baby-changing station is located near the Children’s Village, just upriver from the Main Food Court on Front Street.

Schedule Subject to Change Programs and performances were accurate at press time, but could change. Check at information booths for performance and scheduling updates.

MAIN ST.

N ST.

MAIN ST.

ENTRANCE TO TH

Traveling north or south on I-95, take exit 182A to I-395, then take Exit 3B to Bass Park and festival parking. For visitor and travel information, call 1-800-91-MOOSE.

Ride your bike to the festival & park it here

Shop ‘n’ Drop

Leave your purchases here while you enjoy the festival.

RAILROAD

Railroad Stage

Dance Pavilion

? RAILRO AD ST.

Bass Park

395

DUT TO

9 1A

I-395 Exit 3B

BUCK S T.

12 AMERICAN FOLK FEST • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Marketplace

Quality products made by artisans as well as “Taste of Maine” food products

VETERANS’ REMEMBRANCE BRIDGE

Pen S

Pen

OFFICIAL MAP 3:00

FRIDAY

Noon

SATURDAY

1 2 3 4

SUNDAY

1 2 3 4

RAILROAD STAGE PENOBSCOT STAGE TWO RIVERS STAGE DANCE PAVILION

1:00

2:00

u(12:00-1:00) WAYNE HANCOCK Honky Tonk

u(1:15-2:15) OPEN THE DOOR FOR THREE Irish

u(12:00 - 1:00) AFRICAN INFLUENCE Talk/Demo Session

u(1:15-2:00) CHARM CITY JUNCTION Oldtime, Celtic, Bluegrass

u(12:00-12:45) JEANETTE & JOHNNY WILLIAMS Bluegrass u(12:00-12:30) DANCE INSTRUCTION

u(1:00-1:45) GUS LACASSE & EAMON SEFTON Maine Trad Fiddle

u(12:30-1:30) GENTICORUM Quebecois Contra Dance

u(12:00-1:15) SONGS OF LOVE, SONGS OF TROUBLE Talk/Demo Session u(12:45-1:30) NAVATMAN MUSIC COLLECTIVE Indian Carnatic Acapella u(12:30-1:30) FLOOR LORDS & FUNK UNDERGROUND Breakdance in the round

3 4

u(2:30-3:15) JEANETTE & JOHNNY WILLIAMS Bluegrass u(2:15-3:00) FLOOR LORDS Breakdance

u(2:00-2:45) NAVATMAN MUSIC COLLECTIVE Indian Carnatic Acapella u(1:45-2:45) TUBA SKINNY New Orleans Jazz

u(1:00-1:45) CHARM CITY JUNCTION Oldtime, Celtic, Bluegrass

u(12:00-12:45) FAIRFIELD FOUR Gospel

u(1:45-2:30) GUS LACASSE & EAMON SEFTON Maine Trad Fiddle u(1:45-3:00) WAYNE HANCOCK Honky Tonk

RAILROAD STAGE PENOBSCOT STAGE TWO RIVERS STAGE DANCE PAVILION u(3:30-4:15) VIEUX FARKA TOURE Malian

u(4:45-5 Puerto

u(3:15-4:30) WORLD ACCAPELLA Talk/Demo Session

u(4:45-5 Zimbab

u(3:00-4:15) FIDDLE DUETS Talk/Demo Session

u(4:30-5:15) CHARM C Oldtime, Celtic, Blueg

u(3:00-4:15) WAYNE HANCOCK Honky Tonk

u(4:30-5:45) ANNIKA Texas Blues

u(2:00-3:00) GENTICORUM Quebecois

u(1:30-2:15) CHINESE FOLK ARTS WORKSHOP Chinese Arts

4:00

u(4:15-5:00) TUBA SKINNY New Orleans Jazz

u(3:15-4:00) OPEN THE DOOR FOR THREE Irish

u(2:30-3:15) NAVATMAN MUSIC COLLECTIVE Indian Carnatic Acapella

u(3:30-4:30) FAIRFIELD FOUR Gospel

u(2:45-3:45) BANJOS Talk/Demo Session

u(4:45-5 Breakd

u(4:00-4:45) JEANETTE & JOHNNY WILLIAMS Bluegrass u(3:15-4:15) VIEUX FARKA TOURE Malian

u(4:30-5:45) ANNIKA Texas Blues

AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

HE BANGOR WATERFRONT

ST.

(Friday, 6:00)

SUMM

ST.

From Sea Dog to the BDN Railroad Stage SHOR T ST.

SOUTH

MAY ST.

CEDAR

Kick Off Parade

ER ST .

INDE

n Ke

A CH EX

6:00 u(6:00 pm) TUBA SKINNY New Orleans Jazz PARADE FROM SEA DOG TO RAILROAD STAGE

Feet

7:00

u(5:45-6:45) FAIRFIELD FOUR Gospel

CITY JUNCTION grass

u(5:45-6:30) OPEN THE DOOR FOR THREE Irish

A CHAMBERS

Parking Marketplace Vendors Beer & Wine Pavilions

Regional and ethnic foods, along with festival favorites.

500

8:00

Celebrate Maine CD sales

9:00

10:00

u(8:45-9:30) VIEUX FARKA TOURE Malian

u(8:00-8:45) JEANETTE & JOHNNY WILLIAMS Bluegrass

u(7:45-8:45) BLACK UMFOLOSI Zimbabwe Vocal Harmony

u(5:45-6:30) TUBA SKINNY New Orleans Jazz

Railroad, Penobscot, Two Rivers, the Dance Pavilion and Children's Village

Donations to the festival’s BUCKET BRIGADE help keep the festival free!

u(7:45-8:30) GENTICORUM Quebecois

u(7:30-8:30) WAYNE HANCOCK Honky Tonk

5:30) BLACK UMFOLOSI abwe Vocal Harmony

u(8:45-9:45) ANNIKA CHAMBERS Texas Blues u(9:00-10:00) ANNIKA CHAMBERS Texas Blues

u(7:00-8:00) GENTICORUM Quebecois

u(8:45-9:30) FLOOR LORDS Breakdance

u(7:00-8:15) ORQUESTA EL MACABEO Puerto Rico Salsa Dura

u(8:45-9:45) VIEUX FARKA TOURE Malian

u(5:15-6:00) BLACK UMFOLOSI Zimbabwe Vocal Harmony

5:30) FLOOR LORDS dance

A CHAMBERS

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETATION

Ask at the information booth for additional services

u(6:45-7:30) ORQUESTA EL MACABEO Puerto Rico Salsa Dura

5 Venues

Celebrate the roots, the richness and the variety of American culture through music, dance, traditional crafts, storytelling and food. Enjoy dozens of artists, activities for children, the marketplace, and the many food vendors.

SPECIAL TALK/DEMO WITH ARTISTS

u(7:00-7:45) OPEN THE DOOR FOR THREE Irish

5:30) ORQUESTA EL MACABEO Rico Salsa Dura

You will see the Bucket Brigade at various festival stages and throughout the festival site. Suggested donation is $20 per day or $30 per family.

T. KS

5:00

In need of directions, area information, program schedule? Want to buy a Festival hat or t-shirt? The information & sales booths can help.

Food Court

. ST

P & SCHEDULE

? Information & T-shirt sales

Donations OC NC

Activities and crafts

Two Rivers Stage

N TO NG

Children’s Village

Bike parking is at the corner of Railroad and Main streets.

Report to the First Aid Center at the bottom of Railroad Street.

Restrooms are available throughout the Festival site.

T. ES

sk du

Bicycle to the Festival

Lost people? In need of first aid?

Restrooms

nobscot River

CHAMBERLAIN BRIDGE

e Str eag

. ST

AS W

nobscot Stage

Celebrate Maine

AD RO

ST.

Station near the Children’s Village for your convenience.

The festival is handicapped- accessible. Visit any information booth for details.

UNIO

ANT S T.

ENT

N ST.

PLEAS

TS PLAZA

MERCHAN

Baby nursing and changing station

Accessibility

West Market Square

Pickering Square

PEND

FRONT ST.

ST. WATER

TUBA SKINNY Crosswalk

KEY:

Downtown shopping

MAIN ST.

5 Children’s Village *Hours: Saturday and Sunday, noon – 5pm *Located beside the Main Food Court *Activities for all ages: crafts, games, facepainting and a unique Festival photo op!

Sponsored By

The celebration continues!

Come to next year’s American Folk Festival on the Bangor Waterfront August 23, 24, & 25, 2019 For more about the American Folk Festival, call 207-262-7765 or visit our website at www.americanfolkfestival.com

14 AMERICAN FOLK FEST • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Sponsors Virtuoso

Soprano

CITY OF BANGOR

Alto

Generous Friend of the Festival

Ovation Generous Friend of the Festival

CITY OF

BREWER

Tenor

Baritone Acadia FCU Bangor Chinese School Bangor Letter Shop, Inc. BerryDunn Brantner, Thibodeau & Associates Cianbro Corporation Dennis Paper and Food Service Farrell, Rosenblatt & Russell

Airgas All Souls Church All State - Wilde Agency Allen/Freeman/McDonnell Agency Bangor FCU Bangor Inn and Suites Bangor Sam’s Club Chapel Hill Floral Cigaret Shopper

FirstMRI Gross, Minsky & Mogul Husson University John T. Cyr & Sons, Inc. Maine Distributors Maine Folklife Center, University of Maine Maine Savings FCU Northeast Pain Management Cold Brook Storage Daigle & Houghton Eastern Maine Music Festival Eaton Peabody Enbridge Epic Sports ERA Dawson-Bradford Fireside Inn & Suites Bangor FirstLight

Oriental Jade Restaurant & Sampan Grill Paine, Lynch & Harris Parker Bailey Total Moving Center Penobscot Energy Recovery Co. Penobscot Financial Advisors Penquis CAP Inc. RBC Wealth Management Realty Of Maine

SGC Engineering, LLC The Snowman Group The UPS Store Tradewinds Markets University of Maine Augusta Wallace Tent Walmart Supercenter (Bangor) WBRC Architects - Engineers

Bass

Getchell Brothers Governor’s Restaurant Hardwood Products Co. LLC Hartt Transportation Systems, Inc. Infinity FCU Jeff’s Catering Kleinschmidt Group MacDermott Valuation & Consulting, LLC Moe’s Original Bar B Que

NTENSION Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Penobscot Job Corps Print Bangor Rand & Rand Dentistry Seacoast Scaffolding Seasons Restaurant Shyka, Sheppard & Garster Land Surveyors

Suburban Propane Telford Holdings Thomas Massage Therapy Transco Business Technologies UniFirst Corporation United Insurance Uno’s Pizzeria & Grill Woodard & Curran WS Emerson

AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

How can you support the American Folk Festival on the Bangor Waterfront? To enable us to continue to present the Festival as an admission free event, we must raise over $900,000 each year from a variety of sources. The American Folk Festival is a 501(c)(3) organization. Your contribution is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Here are the ways you can help support the Festival:

Bucket Brigade.

Thousands kick in every year during the Festival. Suggested donation is $20 per person per day/$30 per family per day. When you kick in to the Bucket with a personal check, you will receive a letter of acknowledgement for your tax deductible gift!

Individual Gifts.

We could not do it without your generous support! We rely on donations from individuals, families, businesses and community organizations. Whether you contribute $25, $100, $500 or more, your support is key to ensuring that the AFF remains a vital part of Bangor’s summer calendar each year.

The Producer’s Circle.

When you join the Producers’ Circle with your annual gift of $1,000 (or just $83.33 a month), you’ll attend the Festival as part of an elite giving team, receive exclusive benefits and know that you’re helping to ensure the sustainability of the AFF.

Sales of AFF merchandise at the Festival. When you purchase CDs, T-shirts, ball caps and other items, you are supporting the AFF!

Corporate Support.

Sponsoring the AFF gives your business the opportunity to strengthen your brand while also enhancing your corporate image within the community. The AFF offers a variety of sponsorship packages with many marketing benefits that will meet your business needs.

CLYNK.

The American Folk Festival accepts your returnable bottles and cans through Clynk donations at your local Hannaford Supermarket. It’s easy! All you need to do is contact the office at 207-262-7765 and we will supply you with the bags to collect your bottles and cans in.

Stocks/Planned Giving.

Simply speak with your financial planner and advise them that the Festival is set up to accept these contributions through our account at RBC Wealth Management.

Color Bangor 2019.

Color Bangor is Bangor’s first 5K fun run/walk (run, walk, jog or stroll!) where participants of all ages will pass through color zones and get splashed with color. Join us in May 2019 for our colorful fun run/walk event. For more information on any of these ways to support the Festival, contact us at (207) 262-7764 / info@americanfolkfestival.com / www.americanfolkfestival.com

Volunteer!

Did you know it takes over 1,200 volunteer shifts to make the Festival happen? Sign up with a friend – it’s fun!

Foundations and Grants.

Private and government foundations provide grant support for various programs at the Festival. If you know of a foundation that may be interested in supporting our programming, let us know.

BDN FILE PHOTO

16 AMERICAN FOLK FEST • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Fairfield Four GOSPEL

nown best for their appearance at the end of the film “O Brother Where Art Thou” and the subsequent soundtrack release, the Fairfield Four are alive and well and still singing in the traditional African American a cappella gospel style they have been known for since the group’s inception almost 100 years ago. Founded in 1921 in Nashville, Tenn., the Fairfield Four have maintained their

authenticity by carrying on traditional stylings exemplified by the Bessemer Sunset Four, the Birmingham Jubilee Singers, and the Famous Blue Jay Singers with Silas Steele. The Fairfield Four are the recipients of multiple honors including three Grammy Awards and two Lifetime Achievement Awards. They were also inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1999.

The Fairfield Four perform: Saturday, 3:15pm, “World Acapella” talk/demo session at Penobscot Stage Saturday, 5:45pm, Penobscot Stage Sunday, noon, BDN Railroad Stage Sunday, 3:30pm, Penobscot Stage

Wayne Hancock HONKY TONK

ince bursting onto the scene in 1995, Wayne “The Train” Hancock has been the undisputed king of Juke Joint Swing —that alchemist’s dream of honky-tonk, western swing, blues, Texas rockabilly and big band. Always an anomaly among his country music peers, Wayne’s uncompromising interpretation of the music he loves is in fact what defines him: steeped in traditional but never “retro;” bare bones but bone shaking; hardcore but

with a swing. Like the comfortable crackle of a Wurlitzer 45 jukebox, Wayne is the embodiment of genuine house-rocking hillbilly boogie. Wayne makes music fit for any road house anywhere. With his unmistakable voice, The Train’s reckless honky-tonk will raise the roof on the Dance Tent at the AFF. Don’t miss this chance to catch the Train as it comes through Bangor!

Wayne Hancock performs: Friday, 7:30pm, Dance Pavilion Saturday, noon, BDN Railroad Stage Saturday, 3:00pm, Dance Pavilion Sunday, noon, “Songs of Love, Songs of Trouble” talk/demo session, Penobscot Stage Sunday, 1:45pm, Dance Pavilion

AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Vieux Farka Toure MALIAN

he son of legendary Malian guitar player Ali Farka Toure, Vieux knew at an early age that he wanted to be a musician, although his father disapproved due to the pressures he had experienced. Vieux convinced his father to give him his blessing to be a musician shortly before he passed away in 2006. Throughout his musical career, Vieux has paid homage to his father’s tradition and branched out beyond it, blending his father’s traditional music

with American blues, elements of rock, Latin music, and other African influences. Vieux Farka Touré has clearly established himself as one of the world’s rare musical talents and guitar virtuosos with a distinct style that always pays homage to the past while looking towards the future. Don’t miss the chance to experience the music of Vieux Farka Toure, “The Hendrix of the Sahara” at this year’s American Folk Festival.

Vieux Farka Toure performs: Friday, 8:45pm, BDN Railroad Stage Saturday, noon, “African Influence” talk/demo session, Penobscot Stage Saturday, 3:30pm, BDN Railroad Stage Saturday, 8:45pm, Dance Pavilion Sunday, 3:15pm, Dance Pavilion

18 AMERICAN FOLK FEST • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

The Floor Lords & Funk Underground HIP HOP, BREAKDANCE AND FUNK

he Floor Lords use the positive aspect of hip hop dance to reach and empower young people worldwide. The Floor Lords have performed for nearly 40 years, working to help inner city and local youth to understand how to direct their energy toward positivity. The Floor Lords was established in 1981,

as the hip-hop movement was just beginning. Since then, they have played a significant role in the growth of hip hop culture, helping to define and ultimately expand upon the art of breakdancing or more commonly known as “B-boying” in their community. The group focuses on bringing all the elements of hip-hop culture to millions of

fans and followers through television, films, competition and performances. They’ve even created their own theatre show. The group’s dedication and love for the culture is what drives them generation after generation to continue to spread the teachings of this energetic culture we call hip-hop.

The Floor Lords perform: Saturday, 2:15pm, Penobscot Stage Saturday, 8:45pm, Penobscot Stage Sunday, 12:30pm, Dance Pavilion Sunday, 4:45pm, Penobscot Stage

AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Jeanette & Johnny Williams

Gus La Casse & Eamon Sefton

BLUEGRASS

or nearly 30 years, Jeanette and Johnny Williams have played and sung bluegrass all over the world. Jeannette has performed with the likes of Ralph Stanley, Alison Krauss, and Larry Sparks, and Johnny is a powerful singer and songwriter who has

performed with soul and blues bands, but has now returned to his roots to perform bluegrass. The married duo stay busy on the road, performing both as solo artists, and together, where their stage show is a force of musical collaboration and inspiration.

Jeanette & Johnny Williams perform:

MAINE TRADITIONAL FIDDLE AND GUITAR

t’s a kitchen party at the American Folk Festival! Gus La Casse and Eamon Sefton met when they joined forces at legendary the Club Passim as part of the 2018 Boston Celtic Music Festival. Eamon, a guitarist known for percussive rhythm and clever use of harmony, is a sought-after Celtic-style guitarist from the Boston area. Gus, based in

Downeast Maine, is a dynamic folk fiddler with both speed and savage energy, playing a repertoire reflective of his innovative spirit and dedication to the Acadian and Cape Breton fiddle traditions. Together, Gus and Eamon will feature the lively kitchen party music that is sure to make you want clap your hands, stomp your feet and dance!

Friday, 8:00pm, Penobscot Stage Saturday, noon, EMHS Two Rivers Stage Sunday, noon, “Songs of Love, songs of Troubl talk/demo session, Penobscot Stage Sunday, 2:45pm, “Banjos” talk/demo session (Steve Barr), EMHS Two Rivers Stage Sunday, 4:00pm, EMHS Two Rivers Stage

Gus La Casse & Eamon Sefton perform: Saturday, 1:00pm, EMHS Two Rivers Stage Saturday, 3:00, “Fiddle Duets” talk/demo session, EMHS Two Rivers Stage Sunday, 1:45pm, EMHS Two Rivers Stage

20 AMERICAN FOLK FEST • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Navatman Music Collective INDIAN CARNATIC ACAPELLA

he Navatman Music Collective is one of the only Carnatic (South Indian) choirs in the world. The Collective strives to maintain originality in content and continues to break boundaries within the framework of classical Indian music and song. At Navatman Music Collective, the aim is to bring out the depth and beauty of Carnatic music by imbuing it with soul and energy that borrows from the members’ contemporary and diverse influences. The music collective also enjoys

collaborating with talented instrumentalists in the New York City area who support and inspire them. With performances in Central Park, art galleries, Harlem bars, 200-seater theaters and temples, their mission is to expose the joys of Carnatic music to the masses. At the 2018 American Folk Festival, a whole new audience will experience the intricate, captivating, and beautiful sounds of traditional Carnatic music!

The Navatman Music Collective performs: Saturday, 2:oopm, EMHS Two Rivers Stage Saturday, 3:15pm, “World Acapella” talk/demo session, Penobscot Stage Sunday, 12:45pm, EMHS Two Rivers Stage Sunday, 2:30pm, Penobscot Stage

altimore-based roots group Charm City Junction puts a new spin on oldtimey music, carrying the torch of fastpicking bluegrass and toe-tapping Celtic music. Featuring fiddle, clawhammer banjo, the button accordion and upright bass, this quartet isn’t afraid to take roots music to new places — but always with an eye on tradition. From dance-inducing old-time rhythms and foot-stomping Irish melodies to harddriving Bluegrass, Baltimore-based Charm City Junction keeps listeners on the edge of their seats wondering where they’ll go next. The band is comprised of Patrick McAvinue on fiddle, Brad Kolodner on clawhammer

banjo, Sean McComiskey on button accordion and Alex Lacquement on upright bass. Drawing from separate musical backgrounds, the four members have found a common ground on which to develop their unique approach. Fiddler Patrick McAvinue, clawhammer banjo wizard Brad Kolodner, button accordionist Sean McComiskey, and bassist Alex Lacquement embody the essence of what acoustic roots music is all about, a shared and burning passion for blazing new trails while respecting the tradition. They are torchbearers with a clear message that the future of acoustic music is in good hands.

Charm City Junction performs: Saturday, 1:15pm, Penobscot Stage

Charm City Junction OLDTIME, CELTIC, BLUEGRASS

Saturday, 3:00pm, “Fiddle Duets” talk/demo session at EMHS Two Rivers Stage Saturday, 4:30pm, EMHS Two Rivers Stage Sunday, 1:00pm, BDN Railroad Stage Sunday, 2:45pm, “Banjos” talk/demo session at EMHS Two Rivers Stage

AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018

Chinese Folk Art Workshop CHINESE ARTS

eturning to the American Folk Festival for the first time since 2014, the Chinese Folk Art Workshop is a Boston-based nonprofit that promotes interaction with and understanding of Chinese culture in the New England community. Members range in age from 12 to 18 and perform a variety of traditional Chinese folk arts such as Dragon Dance, Lion Dance, Tiawanese Drums, Chinese yo-yo and Folk Dance. The Chinese Folk Art Workshop has been awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Recognition, and certified as a Gold Youth Organization to honor the members for their contributions to the community.

The Chinese Folk Art Workshop performs: Sunday, noon, BSB Children’s Village Sunday, 1:30pm, Penobscot Stage

22 AMERICAN FOLK FEST • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • August 11, 2018